In track and field, the common narrative is that age brings decline; that the older you get, the slower you become, the less valuable you are to the sport, until you eventually fade out. But some veterans are rewriting that story. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (38), Emily Infeld (35), Marie Josée Ta Lou-Smith (36), and Dalilah Muhammad (34) are proving that experience, resilience, and consistency still win at the highest level.

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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce: Full Circle Farewell

Fraser-Pryce will represent Jamaica at the World Championships for the ninth—and final—time in Tokyo. It’s a full-circle moment for the sprint legend, who began her championship journey in Asia and will close it out there. Already clocking 10.91 at Jamaica’s trials this season, the “Pocket Rocket” remains a threat in her farewell appearance on the world stage. With eight World titles and three Olympic golds on her résumé, Fraser-Pryce has redefined what longevity looks like in sprinting, extending her prime well beyond what most thought possible.

Emily Infeld: A Career Revival

At 35, Infeld captured her first national title this year at the U.S. Trials, showcasing the best fitness of her career. The 2015 World Championships bronze medalist has battled setbacks and injuries in the past, including hip surgery and years of inconsistency. Now, she says her body feels better than ever, and her training reflects that. For Infeld, she’s aiming to prove that persistence pays off.

Marie Josée Ta Lou-Smith: Speed and Consistency

Ta Lou-Smith enters Worlds in stellar form, having already run 10.87 in the 100m and 22.25 in the 200m this season. A three-time World medalist, she earned double silver in the 100m and 200m at London 2017 and bronze in the 100m at Doha 2019. Known for her fiery starts and fearless racing, she has been one of the most consistent sprinters of the last decade. This year, she has shown no signs of slowing down, and her combination of speed, experience, and competitive fire makes her one of the biggest threats in Tokyo.

Dalilah Muhammad: The Final Lap

Olympic champion, World champion, and former World Record holder—Dalilah Muhammad’s résumé speaks for itself. In what will be her final season, the 400m hurdler enters Tokyo ranked fourth in the world with a season’s best of 52.58. Muhammad has been a cornerstone of American hurdling for over a decade, famously breaking the World Record twice in 2019 and inspiring a new wave of talent in the event. While she’s made it clear this will be her last lap, her form this year suggests she still has one more medal push in her.

Age Is Just a Number

While track and field often celebrates youth and rising stars, these veterans are proving that greatness doesn’t have an expiration date. Their longevity is a testament to discipline, adaptability, and love for the sport. Whether it’s Fraser-Pryce’s farewell, Infeld’s resurgence, Ta Lou-Smith’s consistency, or Muhammad’s final lap, one thing is clear—the vets aren’t just showing up, they’re still shaping the game.

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